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Daily Express
5 days ago
- Health
- Daily Express
Parents, caregivers advised to remain cautious of HFMD during school holidays
Published on: Thursday, June 05, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jun 05, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: For infected children, parents or caregivers should provide comfort care such as offering soft foods, cool drinks and administering paracetamol, if needed, for fever or pain, she added. - Bernama pic Kuala Lumpur: Parents and caregivers are advised to remain extra cautious following the recent surge in Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) amid the excitement of the school holidays. Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City (SMC) Paediatric Infectious Disease Consultant Dr Ch'ng Tong Wei said the current scale of transmission is alarming, necessitating heightened awareness and preventive measures. 'As a paediatric infectious disease specialist, I have observed a rise in hospital referrals, concerned parental inquiries and requests for guidance from preschools and kindergartens on outbreak management,' she said in a statement today. She said the recent rise in cases across Selangor, Johor, Perak and other states is a reminder for the public to remain vigilant, not just in hospitals but as a community. 'We are monitoring the situation closely with our paediatric teams, nurses and the infection control unit are working hand-in-hand to support parents and manage cases safely and efficiently,' she said. She said by staying informed and adopting preventive measures, the public can collectively reduce the transmission of the disease and safeguard their children's health. 'Together, we can protect our children and reduce transmission by adhering to the guidelines,' she said, adding that parents and caregivers should consult healthcare professionals if they have any inquiries. Ch'ng said the highly contagious viral infection, predominantly affecting children under five, typically presents with fever, sore throat, reduced appetite, painful oral ulcers and rash on the hands, feet and occasionally buttocks. She said that although most cases are mild, with recovery within seven to 10 days, a small number of cases, usually linked to the EV71 virus strain, might lead to complications such as viral meningitis, encephalitis (brain inflammation) and cardiopulmonary complications. 'The good news is that these complications remain very rare,' she said. She said most children recover without complications, but consulting a doctor is paramount if the child exhibits symptoms such as refusal to eat or drink due to the risk of dehydration, high fever above 39 degrees Celsius that lasts more than two days and lethargy, irritability or altered consciousness. 'Severe cases may require hospitalisation for intravenous hydration, antipyretics, and close neurological monitoring,' she said. She said since there is no specific treatment for HFMD, prevention and comfort care are essential, with measures to be taken, including keeping children with HFMD at home until all blisters have dried and they are fever-free for at least 24 hours. 'This is the most effective way to stop the virus from spreading,' she said. She said other measures are practising good hygiene by teaching children to wash their hands thoroughly with soap, especially after using the toilet and before eating, and disinfecting toys and surfaces regularly with chlorine-based or antiviral disinfectants. Ch'ng said visits to high-risk areas such as playgrounds, childcare centres or crowded spaces should be temporarily limited and avoid sharing utensils, towels or personal items. For infected children, parents or caregivers should provide comfort care such as offering soft foods, cool drinks and administering paracetamol, if needed, for fever or pain, she added. According to the Ministry of Health, HFMD cases in the country saw a 266 per cent increase in infections to 99,601 cases as of the 17th epidemiological week this year, compared with 27,236 cases in the corresponding period last year, but no fatalities were reported linked to the disease. The ministry said 10,421 of the cases this year, or 10 per cent, were outbreak-related, while 90 per cent, or 89,180 cases, occurred sporadically. SMC, Malaysia's largest private quaternary hospital, continues to be a leader in medical innovation and patient care, offering 28 centres of excellence with 810 licensed beds and more than 60 specialities supported by a diverse multidisciplinary team that provides personalised treatment within a holistic care framework. SMC's Children's Health and Development Centre is home to 50 paediatric consultants and surgeons, offering expertise across 26 paediatric subspecialties, including neonatology, paediatric cardiology, neurology, oncology, gastroenterology and endocrinology, the highest number in any private hospital in Malaysia. The healthcare provider also features Malaysia's first dedicated Children's Emergency Department in a private hospital, offering personalised care for young patients. SMC was named the top hospital in paediatric in Malaysia in the Best Specialised Hospitals Asia Pacific Newsweek 2024 rankings and was also conferred with other international recognitions, including top 250 hospitals globally in Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals rankings for two consecutive years and Hospital of the Year (Malaysia) Award at the Healthcare Asia Awards for four consecutive years.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Sullivan's Crossing' Season 3: Chad Michael Murray, Morgan Kohan face make-or-break moment for Cal and Maggie
In Sullivan's Crossing Season 3, Episode 6, things get heated between Cal (Chad Michael Murray) and Maggie (Morgan Kohan). After she told Cal that she didn't want to move in with him, the question is whether their relationship will last. Additionally, it's an uphill battle for Rob (Reid Price), who has to fix up the lodge in just two weeks when the health and safety officer returns. But additional snags make Rob's dream diner look almost impossible to achieve. Starting with the lodge, Jacob (Joel Oulette) is able to identify that there's "wet rot," a fungus that gets into wood when it's damp. Rob has to replace the infected parts and treat the rest to make sure it doesn't spread. But things get worse when they find a giant water stain on the floor, meaning all the plumbing has to be replaced. Luckily, Cooper (Steve Lund) agrees to have the guys from the fire station help at the lodge, so Rob can, hopefully, make the two-week deadline. But when one of the firefighters gets stomach pain, can't breathe and eventually develops a rash, the question is whether there's possibly something at the lodge that caused the reaction. Sully (Scott Patterson) is feeling guilty about not checking the condition of the lodge before promising the space to Rob. But when Helen (Kate Vernon) comes over to comfort him, she convinces Sully to take a yoga class to ease his mind, as much as possible. On the way back from the class, Helen probes about something Sully's wanted to do that can push him out of his comfort zone. Sully reveals that he's always wanted to try ballroom dancing, and she recommends they look into taking classes together. Meanwhile, Edna (Andrea Menard) is facing her own medical issues. After experiencing possible menopause symptoms, she finally goes to see a doctor about hot flashes, feeling anxious and getting headaches. But when she gets there, the doctor is quite dismissive, saying that she didn't book a physical and she should make an appointment with an OBGYN. Frank (Tom Jackson) is furious about how she was treated, but following that appointment, Edna tells him she's thinking about retiring. Now on to the tense relationship between Cal and Maggie. While Maggie wants to have a conversation with Cal about where they stand, he's more interested in channelling the awkwardness into fixing the lodge. Eventually talking, Maggie says she feels Cal has "some things to work out" before they move in together, but Cal questions whether it's really him that's the problem. At the hospital, following the incident with the firefighter who was working on the lodge, Cal says he thought that they were going to move their relationship forward. And says Maggie isn't being honest to herself about why she doesn't want to move in with him. "I think there's something you're holding back, Maggie," Cal says. "And until you figure that out, I just don't think there's anything left to talk about." Maggie tries to talks to Sully about it, but they're interrupted when Helen, who's coming out of the shower at Sully's place, comes downstairs. Then, while Maggie thought her mom was calling, it was Walter (Peter Outerbridge) on the line. Maggie calls him out for telling her that her father didn't want to have anything to do with her. "I was just trying to protect you, Maggie," he says in response, adding that he thinks she should be moving back to Boston to continue to pursue her career as a surgeon. Maggie stresses that she didn't leave Boston because of Walter, the Crossing is her home. But that conversation was enough to go back to Cal, running to his house in the rain. Maggie tells Cal he was right, she hasn't been honest with herself. "I'm scared of making a mistake," Maggie says. "I'm scared of losing myself." "I spent my entire life trying to be perfect, trying to prove that I was someone worth loving, and I am scared that if we do this that you're going to wake up one day and realize that I'm not what you want." "I know how hard it is for you to let yourself trust someone, " Cal says in response. "I need you to give me a chance. Give us a chance. I love you, Maggie. I just want to make you happy. If you'll let me." And some passionate making out, and a little more, implies that things end up OK between the show's star couple. Speaking of romance, Jacob and Lola (Amalia Williamson) spend more time together, as she helps him with his research on lichens. That's when they share their first kiss. But the shut down mine they were waiting out the storm in seems to collapse to end the episode. Hopefully they're OK when we see the new couple next week.
BusinessToday
03-06-2025
- Health
- BusinessToday
Facts Prevention Tips For Hand, Foot And Mouth Disease
Amid the excitement of school holidays, parents and caregivers should remain extra cautious as the recent surge in Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases reported nationwide underscores the importance of remaining vigilant of the warning signs associated with the illness. Though it is common during this time of the year, Sunway Medical Centre (SMC) Paediatric Infectious Disease Consultant Dr Ch'ng Tong Wei said the current scale of transmission is alarming, necessitating heightened awareness and preventive measures. 'As a paediatric infectious disease specialist, I have observed a rise in hospital referrals, concerned parental inquiries, and requests for guidance from preschools and kindergartens on outbreak management,' she said. Understanding HFMD HFMD is a highly contagious viral infection predominantly affecting children under five. The illness typically presents with fever, sore throat, reduced appetite, painful oral ulcers and rash on the hands, feet and occasionally buttocks. Most cases are mild, with recovery within seven to 10 days. However, a small number of cases, usually linked to EV71 virus strain, may lead to complications such as viral meningitis, encephalitis (brain inflammation) and cardiopulmonary complications. The good news is that these complications remain very rare, she said. Current Outbreak Situation According to the Health Ministry, HFMD cases throughout sees a 266% increase in infections compared to the same period last year. The number of HFMD cases in Malaysia has risen to 99,601 as of the 17th epidemiological week this year compared to 27,236 cases during the same period last year. No fatalities were reported linked to the disease. The ministry said 10,421 cases this year or 10% were outbreak-related, while 90% or 89,180 cases occurred sporadically. Prevention Tips for Parents and Schools 'Since there is no specific treatment for HFMD, prevention and comfort care are essential,' she said. The measures to be taken into consideration are: Keep sick children at home: Children with HFMD should remain at home until all blisters have dried and they are fever-free for at least 24 hours. This is the most effective way to stop the virus from spreading. Handwashing is critical. Children with HFMD should remain at home until all blisters have dried and they are fever-free for at least 24 hours. This is the most effective way to stop the virus from spreading. Handwashing is critical. Practice good hygiene: Teach children to wash their hands thoroughly with soap, especially after using the toilet and before eating. Disinfect toys and surfaces regularly with chlorine-based or antiviral disinfectants. Teach children to wash their hands thoroughly with soap, especially after using the toilet and before eating. Disinfect toys and surfaces regularly with chlorine-based or antiviral disinfectants. Avoid high-risk areas during outbreaks: Temporarily limit visits to playgrounds, childcare centres or crowded spaces during outbreaks where transmissions are more likely. Avoid sharing utensils, towels or personal items. Temporarily limit visits to playgrounds, childcare centres or crowded spaces during outbreaks where transmissions are more likely. Avoid sharing utensils, towels or personal items. Provide comfort care for infected children: Offer soft foods, cool drinks and administer paracetamol if needed for fever or pain. Seeking Medical Attention She said most children recover without complications, but consulting a doctor is paramount if the child exhibits symptoms such as refusal to eat or drink (risk of dehydration), high fever (above 39°C) lasting more than 2 days and lethargy, irritability or altered consciousness. Severe cases may require hospitalisation for intravenous hydration, antipyretics and close neurological monitoring, she added. Curbing HFMD Outbreak is a Shared Responsibility The recent rise in cases across Selangor, Johor, Perak and other states is a reminder that we must remain vigilant, not just in hospitals, but as a community. We are monitoring the situation closely with its paediatric teams, nurses and infection control unit are working hand-in-hand to support parents and manage cases safely and efficiently. By staying informed and adopting preventive measures, Dr Ch'ng believes we can collectively reduce transmission and safeguard our children's health. 'Together, we can protect our children and reduce transmission by adhering to the guidelines. For further inquiries or medical advice, please consult a healthcare professional.' Related
Health Line
27-05-2025
- General
- Health Line
How to Recognize and Treat an Anemia Rash
An anemia rash may be caused by anemia itself or due to complications from anemia treatments. Depending on the type and cause, the rash may look like red or purple pinpoint spots, a bruise, or bumps. There are many different types of anemias with different causes. They all have the same effect on the body: an abnormally low amount of red blood cells. Red blood cells are responsible for carrying oxygen through the body. Some types of anemia can cause rashes, which are abnormalities on the skin. Sometimes, the rash that presents with anemia may be due to the anemia condition itself. Other times, the rash may be due to complications from the treatment of the anemia. Read on to learn more about anemia rashes, including their causes and symptoms, how doctors diagnose them, treatment options, and more. Anemia rash pictures View the slideshow below for photos of anemia rashes. Anemia rash causes and symptoms There are different types of anemia, and the rash may look different with each type. Aplastic anemia Aplastic anemia is a rare condition, and it can be serious. You can develop it or inherit it from a parent. Aplastic anemia occurs when the body's bone marrow doesn't make enough new blood cells. The rashes resemble patches of pinpoint red or purple spots, known as petechiae. These red spots may be raised or flat on the skin. They can appear anywhere on the body but are more common on legs and feet. Petechial spots do not typically cause pain or itching. In aplastic anemia, not only is there a shortage of red blood cells, but there is also a lower-than-normal level of platelets, another type of blood cell. Low platelet count tends to result in bruising or bleeding more easily, leading to bruises that look like rashes. Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a rare blood disorder that causes tiny blood clots to form throughout the body. This can cause the tiny red or purple spots known as petechiae, as well as unexplained purplish bruising that can look like a rash. The bruising is known as purpura. Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria is a rare genetic disorder in which a genetic mutation causes the body to produce abnormal red blood cells that break down too quickly. This can cause blood clots and unexplained bruising. This may look like a rash. Hemolytic uremic syndrome Hemolytic uremic syndrome is a condition in which an immune reaction causes the destruction of red blood cells. The immune reaction can be triggered by bacterial infections, some medications, and even pregnancy. It can cause bruising, which may look like a rash. Iron deficiency anemia Iron deficiency anemia is one of the most common types of anemia. People with iron deficiency may develop pruritus, which is the medical term for itchy skin. As you itch, you may scratch your skin, which can cause a rash-like-appearance. In some cases, treatment for iron deficiency anemia may also cause rashes. Ferrous sulfate is a type of iron supplement that your doctor may prescribe to you if you have iron deficiency anemia. Some people develop an allergy to the ferrous sulfate therapy. This can cause an itchy rash. The rash can appear anywhere on the body and may also cause blistering or peeling. You should seek medical attention immediately if you think you have hives or an allergic rash due to ferrous sulfate, especially if you experience any swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat. Diagnosing anemia rash Your doctor may suspect anemia as the cause of your rash if it meets the physical description and is accompanied by other common anemia symptoms. These include: pale skin fatigue shortness of breath Your doctor may check you for anemia if you display symptoms such as: rapid or irregular heartbeat unexplained bruising prolonged bleeding from cuts, especially minor ones dizziness and headaches nosebleeds bleeding gums frequent infections Tests for anemia include blood tests. If you're experiencing a rash or skin changes, you should make an appointment to see your doctor or dermatologist, especially if: the rash is severe and comes on suddenly with no explanation the rash covers your whole body the rash doesn't improve with home treatment you also experience other symptoms such tiredness, fever, weight loss, or changes in bowel movements If you believe that the rash is a reaction to new iron supplements that you've started taking, seek immediate medical attention. You could be having an allergic reaction or could be taking too high of a dose. Treatments for an anemia rash The best way to treat an anemia rash is to treat the underlying cause. If your doctor diagnoses iron deficiency as a cause, they will likely have you start taking iron supplements. Treating aplastic anemia is sometimes more difficult. Treatments for aplastic anemia can include: blood transfusions immunosuppressant drugs stem cell transplant Other treatments can depend on the specific type of anemia. Your doctor can provide more information about what treatments they recommend. The bottom line Some types of anemia, such as aplastic anemia and thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP), can cause petechiae, or pinpoint red or purple spots. They can resemble a rash. Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria and hemolytic uremic syndrome can cause bruising, which may also look like a rash. Some people with iron deficiency anemia develop itchy skin. Scratching the skin can cause a rash-like appearance. Some medications for iron deficiency anemia, such as ferrous sulfate, can cause a rash. This allergic reaction is a medical emergency. Contact your doctor if you develop a rash with an unknown cause. Your doctor may order blood tests to confirm anemia or rule out other possible causes. They can then advise on a suitable treatment plan, which typically focuses on addressing the anemia directly.
Hindustan Times
26-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Over 10k FIRs registered in city in 2024 for rash driving
Mumbai: Over 10,000 first information reports (FIRs) for rash and negligent driving were registered across the city in 2024, a massive jump from 2023 when only 404 such FIRs were registered in different city police stations, based on complaints from the traffic police. According to data from the traffic police for the year 2024, 8,588 FIRs were registered under sections 279 (rash driving or riding on a public way) and 336 (act endangering life or personal safety of others) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC); 582 FIRs were registered under IPC sections 279 and 337 (causing hurt by act endangering life or personal safety of others); and 1,628 FIRs were registered under IPC sections 279 and 338 (causing grievous hurt by an act which endangers human life). Joint commissioner of police Anil Kumbhare said following the registration of FIRs, driving licences of errant motorists were either suspended or cancelled depending on the nature of their offence. 'Rash driving continues to remain a major problem in certain parts of the city such as Sakinaka, Chakala, Powai, Nagpada, the Western Express Highway and Oshiwara,' Kumbhare said. The Motor Vehicles Amendment Act, 2019 – which enables police to book motorists violating traffic rules under the Indian Penal Code – was notified by the state government in 2021. This law made rash driving, including driving on the wrong side, a non-compoundable offence and required offenders to appear in court as opposed to being fined on the spot. The penalty for wrong-side driving was fixed at ₹500-1,000 and/ or three months of imprisonment. Mumbai police started registering FIRs for rash driving in major way in 2022, when then police commissioner Sanjay Pande led the effort. Pande had directed police officers to register FIRs if motorists were found driving on the wrong side. Instruction were also issued to impound their vehicles and produce them before courts. While the practice continued after Pande's tenure and the number of FIRs for rash driving rose significantly, accidents involving wrong side and rash driving have not come down, said sources in the traffic police. Aside from registering FIRs, the traffic police penalised 6.5 million motorists in 2024 for violating traffic rules. Penalties worth ₹526 crore were imposed, of which only ₹157 crore was collected. The traffic police, through its 41 divisions and the multimedia department, penalised motorists under 26 categories of traffic violations, data from the traffic police showed. RTI activist Anil Galgali said the traffic police had done a satisfactory job but were unable to take effective action owing to a shortage of officers and staff. 'A special recovery drive is necessary to collect the pending fines from offenders,' he said. 'Digital notices must be issued to defaulting vehicle owners and vehicles of major defaulters must be seized.'
